22-year-old missing after "polar plunge" in California
College wrestler got hit by a large wave on Thursday and pulled further from shore, police said.
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Search continues for 5-year-old swept away by California floodwaters
Kyle Doan was pulled from his parents' car and into the San Marcos Creek near San Miguel on Monday, officials have said.
Broken knife, blood found in missing mom's home; husband held on $500K bond
Brian Walshe, 46, was seen on surveillance video buying $450 worth of cleaning supplies the day after his wife was last seen, a prosecutor said.
Friend mourns missing teen found dead in Placer County
Shock and heartbreak hit a Placer County community after the body of missing 16-year-old Dante de la Torre was found in a wooded area.
14-year-old girl found safe after she went missing for 9 days
Police said the teen appears to have run away from home and was not held against her will.
Nevada County sheriff: Body in Kiely Rodni's SUV "more than likely her"
The Nevada County Sheriff's Office says they believe the body inside Kiely Rodni's SUV is her, although they still have not been able to positively identify the body.
Senior reported missing in Sacramento considered at-risk for medical reasons
The Sacramento Police Department is asking for the public's help to find a missing senior who could be in danger.
Authorities treating Truckee teen's disappearance as a possible abduction
Monday marked the third day that crews and volunteers have been searching for 16-year-old Kiely Rodni. She was last seen at a high school party early Saturday morning in Truckee.
Search underway for teenage girl who went missing after party
Kiely Rodni, of Truckee, was last seen Friday night at a high school seniors party at a Tahoe area campground.
Authorities ask public's help finding 16-year-old girl last seen at Truckee party
Kiely Rodni was last seen early Saturday morning near the Prosser Family Campground in Truckee.
Sacramento Sheriff's Office Seeks Help Finding Missing Person
Authorities in Sacramento County are asking the public's help in finding a missing person.
River City High Student Omar Sofizada Set To Graduate Dies After Rescuers Pull Him From American River
A young man from Sacramento has died after he was pulled from the American River over the weekend.
Crews Call Off Search For Missing Swimmer In Sacramento River
Crews called off the search for a man who went missing in the Sacramento River Friday afternoon, making the operation a recovery now rather than a rescue.
Oakdale Police Say Body Found On Merced County Highway Identified As Missing Person
A body found on Highway 99 in Merced County was identified as a missing person at the center of an Oakdale police investigation, authorities confirmed Thursday.
Woman With Possible Ties To Sacramento Area Found Dead In Remote Part Of Nevada
The body of a woman was found recently in a remote part of Washoe County, Nevada and now investigators are looking for clues as to how she ended up there.
Missing Person's Remains Found In Plumas County
On Sunday, the remains of a missing person, James Thornton, was found in Plumas County, said the Plumas County Sheriff's Office.
Police Searching For At-Risk Senior Missing In Sacramento
Sacramento Police are asking for the public's help to locate an at-risk missing man.
Sailor Missing For 80 Years Returns To Sutter Creek For Special Homecoming
A sailor missing for 80 years is finally home.
Small Plane Wreckage Found In California After Plane Reported Missing
A wreckage found on a ridge in far Northern California on Friday is that of a small plane that requested an emergency landing but never arrived at its expected destination, authorities said.
Missing 71-Year-Old Sacramento County Man With Alzheimer's Found Safe
The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office says John Torgerson, who was reported missing on Wednesday, was found safe.
Sacramento Woman Reported Missing In Miami While On Vacation
An Arizona woman is pleading for the public's help after her daughter, a 23-year-old California mother of two, disappeared last month while vacationing in Miami.
Search For Bakersfield Man Missing In Tuolumne County Mountains
An urgent search is underway for a Bakersfield man missing in the mountains of Tuolumne County.
Search For Foresthill Man Missing After Car Found Stuck In Placer County
The Placer County Sheriff's Office is searching for a Foresthill man missing after his vehicle became stuck in an area experiencing heavy snowfall.
Yosemite Officials Ask Public For Information About Missing Hiker
Officials are asking for the public's help as they search for a hiker who went missing in Yosemite National Park.
Body Matching Missing Man Khamsouk Soulignan Found Along American River
Officials have found a body while searching for 65-year-old Khamsouk Soulignan, who went missing after fishing with his son along the American River Wednesday afternoon.
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Watch Live: Biden pushes for unity in State of the Union as he speaks to divided Congress
Biden's calls for bipartisanship comes as a new CBS News poll released Tuesday showed many Americans are still anxious about inflation and the economy.
UC Davis police receive grant for bicyclist and pedestrian safety program
Droves of UC Davis students bike to class on a daily basis – as UC Davis Police say, this mode of transportation is part of the campus culture.
Economy, inflation and crime among issues Americans hope President Biden addresses in State of the Union
Ahead of Tuesday's State of the Union Address, Americans were hoping President Biden addresses the economy. In a recent CBS News survey, 67 percent of Americans say they want the speech to focus on the economy and inflation.
LeBron James on cusp of breaking NBA's all-time scoring record
With 38,352 points heading into Tuesday night's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, LeBron James is just 36 points away from breaking the longstanding all-time scoring record set by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
"We are here": Stockton police visit businesses impacted by deadly weekend shooting
Inside Stockton's Waterfront Warehouse, home to businesses from restaurants to the city's Chamber of Commerce, Stockton Police Chief Stanley McFadden walked business to business to connect after a deadly weekend shooting.
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Watch Live: Biden pushes for unity in State of the Union as he speaks to divided Congress
Biden's calls for bipartisanship comes as a new CBS News poll released Tuesday showed many Americans are still anxious about inflation and the economy.
UC Davis police receive grant for bicyclist and pedestrian safety program
Droves of UC Davis students bike to class on a daily basis – as UC Davis Police say, this mode of transportation is part of the campus culture.
Economy, inflation and crime among issues Americans hope President Biden addresses in State of the Union
Ahead of Tuesday's State of the Union Address, Americans were hoping President Biden addresses the economy. In a recent CBS News survey, 67 percent of Americans say they want the speech to focus on the economy and inflation.
LeBron James on cusp of breaking NBA's all-time scoring record
With 38,352 points heading into Tuesday night's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, LeBron James is just 36 points away from breaking the longstanding all-time scoring record set by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
"We are here": Stockton police visit businesses impacted by deadly weekend shooting
Inside Stockton's Waterfront Warehouse, home to businesses from restaurants to the city's Chamber of Commerce, Stockton Police Chief Stanley McFadden walked business to business to connect after a deadly weekend shooting.
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From Del Paso Heights to D.C., why a Sacramento man's story about redemption gets noticed
When the president delivers his State of the Union address Tuesday, a familiar face from Sacramento will also be in the crowd.
Woman, 32, arrested after deadly stabbing in Natomas
A woman is under arrest after a stabbing left a man dead in Natomas over the weekend.
Sacramento International Airport expansion includes new walkway between Terminal B and Concourse B
One part of the new $1.3 billion project, dubbed "SMForward," is a pedestrian walkway that will run along the existing tram that runs between Concourse B and Terminal B, giving people the option to walk instead of ride.
Man facing 424 years to life in prison after child sexual assault convictions in Sacramento County
A man is facing life in prison after being convicted on dozens of child sexual assault charges against several young girls in Sacramento County.
Tyre Nichols' funeral includes impassioned calls for police reform
Tyre Nichols ' family and friends gathered Wednesday for a funeral that blended a celebration of his life with outrage over the brutal beating he endured at the hands of Memphis police and heated calls for police reform.
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Ahead of Tuesday's State of the Union Address, Americans were hoping President Biden addresses the economy. In a recent CBS News survey, 67 percent of Americans say they want the speech to focus on the economy and inflation.
IRS suggests waiting to file your taxes if you got a special payment from your state in 2022
The IRS has said it expects "to provide additional clarity for as many states and taxpayers as possible" as soon as this week. In the meantime, the agency advises filers who received special state payments to hold off on filing their returns until guidance is issued.
New California oil well ban put on hold for voters to decide
California's new law banning new oil and gas wells near homes, schools and other community sites has been put on hold until after voters decide next year whether to throw it out, officials announced Friday.
California won't require COVID vaccine to attend schools
Children in California won't have to get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials confirmed Friday, ending one of the last major restrictions of the pandemic in the nation's most populous state.
Central California massacre: 2 suspects arrested in shooting that killed 6
Two gang members suspected in the massacre of six people last month in central California were arrested early Friday, one after a gunbattle, the Tulare County sheriff said.
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LeBron James on cusp of breaking NBA's all-time scoring record
With 38,352 points heading into Tuesday night's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, LeBron James is just 36 points away from breaking the longstanding all-time scoring record set by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
49ers reportedly hiring Steve Wilks as defensive coordinator
The San Francisco 49ers are hiring former Carolina interim head coach Steve Wilks as their new defensive coordinator.
Tickets to watch LeBron James set scoring record top $100,000
Want to see the Los Angeles Lakers star vault into NBA history in person? Here's how much tickets will cost you.
Tom Brady says he'll begin his Fox Sports run in 2024
The seven-time Super Bowl champion said on Colin Cowherd's radio show that he will start his job as an NFL analyst next year.
Tony Hawk to donate photo proceeds to Tyre Nichols fund
Skateboard legend Tony Hawk says he will donate half of the proceeds of autographed photos of himself and BMX rider Rick Thorne to the memorial fund for Tyre Nichols.
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Economy, inflation and crime among issues Americans hope President Biden addresses in State of the Union
Ahead of Tuesday's State of the Union Address, Americans were hoping President Biden addresses the economy. In a recent CBS News survey, 67 percent of Americans say they want the speech to focus on the economy and inflation.
Uncertainty plagues gun laws new and old after Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court's expansion of gun rights in June — for the first time in a decade — is testing whether laws aiming to curb gun violence can withstand legal scrutiny.
Trump leads GOP 2024 primary field narrowly in poll of conservatives
But in a head-to-head matchup between Trump and DeSantis, DeSantis has more support, according to a new poll by the conservative group Club for Growth Action.
California crews deployed to Turkey to assist with search and rescue efforts
There is a race to rescue the hundreds still believed to be trapped in the rubble from the devastating earthquake in Turkey.
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Health experts call for an end to exploitative baby formula milk marketing tactics
Less than half of infants around the world are breastfed as recommended, and baby formula is in high demand despite failing to offer the same health and developmental benefits as breast milk, experts say. According to a new report, misleading claims and political influence are to blame.
California won't require COVID vaccine to attend schools
Children in California won't have to get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials confirmed Friday, ending one of the last major restrictions of the pandemic in the nation's most populous state.
Most US adults support banning sales of all tobacco products, CDC survey says
Although cigarette smoking has declined in recent decades, it remains the leading cause of preventable disease, disability and death in the US, where an estimated 30.8 million adults currently smoke.
FDA faults company behind recalled eye drops for multiple violations
Global Pharma's eye drops have been linked to a U.S. outbreak which has led to at least five people losing their vision.
UC Davis announces new institute to study psychedelics
It's an effort to bring chemistry, neuroscience and modern-day medicine together under one roof, giving the future of psychedelics a new trip.
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CalFresh's pandemic-related assistance set to expire
Families receiving CalFresh benefits also qualified for extra money following COVID-19 shutdowns.
Why Twitter users are upset about the platform's latest change
In simple terms, this means the site's innumerable automated accounts will grind to a halt, unless the person in charge of them decides to pay for access. It also means researchers who leverage Twitter's API to collect public data from the site will lose a key resource -- again, unless they pay.
Call Kurtis: Help me return this recliner
A Sacramento viewer says Macy's sent her furniture in the wrong color and she's tried for more than a month to send it back. When she couldn't get a replacement, it was time to call Kurtis.
Call Kurtis: Do you have to pay federal taxes on your gas tax rebate?
A San Joaquin County viewer was surprised to get a 1099-MISC for his Middle Class Tax Refund of $700. When Brian Johnson of Morada entered the info into the tax program he was using to file his taxes, it showed he owed the IRS more money. California says it would not tax the money.
Call Kurtis: DMV field offices are out of drivers handbooks
People with upcoming DMV written and behind-the-wheel tests are struggling to get their hands on a physical California Drivers Handbook.
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California Wage Theft: When Bosses Don't Pay
Wage theft robs workers of billions of dollars a year and costs Americans more than any other type of theft. In an effort to identify the scope of wage theft in California, and potential solutions, CBS News Sacramento teamed up with the CalMatters "Divide" team to produce this series of reports.
Exposing The Black Graduation Gap
Overall, graduation rates are up on California State University campuses. But stubborn racial inequities remain. In partnership with CalMatters, CBS Sacramento examined the graduation equity gaps on CSU campuses.
"We leaned into the uncomfortable": How some CSUs are working to close the Black graduation gap
The California State University system graduates Black students at lower rates than other groups – but why, and what can be done to fix it?
Justice Delayed: A tale of two counties. Could Sacramento have the solution to court backlogs statewide?
While at least one California court is so backlogged that judges are dismissing hundreds of criminal cases, the Sacramento County Superior Court is bucking the trend of delayed justice.
Handcuffs in Hallways: Thousands of California children are being arrested on K-12 campuses. Why?
In California, police were called at K-8th grade campuses more than 10,000 times in a single year and data reveals that students with disabilities were far more likely to be arrested than their non-disabled counterparts.
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Call Kurtis: Love the car, but it didn't pass smog
A viewer in Gridley says a car repair to pass smog would have cost her more than the car was worth. She decided it was time to call Kurtis.
Call Kurtis: IRS suggests Californians hold off on filing taxes over gas tax rebate question
After pressing the IRS for answers for more than a week, the agency says it is working on guidance on whether you owe federal taxes for your California Gas Tax Rebate also known as the Middle Class Tax Refund.
Call Kurtis: Help me return this recliner
A Sacramento viewer says Macy's sent her furniture in the wrong color and she's tried for more than a month to send it back. When she couldn't get a replacement, it was time to call Kurtis.
Call Kurtis: Do you have to pay federal taxes on your gas tax rebate?
A San Joaquin County viewer was surprised to get a 1099-MISC for his Middle Class Tax Refund of $700. When Brian Johnson of Morada entered the info into the tax program he was using to file his taxes, it showed he owed the IRS more money. California says it would not tax the money.
Call Kurtis: DMV field offices are out of drivers handbooks
People with upcoming DMV written and behind-the-wheel tests are struggling to get their hands on a physical California Drivers Handbook.
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$24M Settlement reached with PG&E over Dixie Fire, utility faces criminal charges in 2020 Zogg Fire
A $24 million settlement has been reached over the massive Dixie Fire with ten public entities agreeing to a deal with Pacific Gas and Electric to pay for some of the damage.
85% of California's rural land now in 'high' or 'very high' risk for wildfires, new analysis shows
The climate crisis is among the key factors in a new assessment that shows more than 85% of California's rural and unincorporated land is now in "high" or "very high" severity zones for wildfire danger, the state's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) recently announced.
California's wildfire risk map updated after 15 years
California's office of the State Fire marshal released an updated fire hazard map showing which unincorporated parts of California are most at risk for fires and what future destruction could look like.
Cal Fire encourages residents to create defensible space with more wet weather on the way
Recent rains have been heaven-sent during California's years-long drought, but concerns over flash flooding in wildfire burn scar areas have fire crews watching and working.
From devastation to inspiration, Foresthill students study wildfire prevention
In the wake of the devastation, a new generation of foresters is taking interest in wildfire prevention.
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"We want them to be confident": Sacramento nonprofit helps blind seniors sharpen cooking skills
Local seniors with vision loss are sharpening their cooking skills thanks to the Society For The Blind.
"Love at first sight': Foster pets find forever homes during happy holiday season
You may remember when people lined up outside the Front Street Animal Shelter right before Christmas last year to offer up their homes over the holidays so pets didn't spend them alone in a kennel. It's well into 2023 and time to bring them back, but CBS13 learned many just can't seem to let go.
A new giraffe was born at the Sacramento Zoo
The Sacramento Zoo announced on Monday the birth of a female giraffe.
Sacramento woman with 9 college degrees talks turning 102, secret to living long
Shirley Allen was surrounded by family and met with applause as she blew out the large candles on her 102nd birthday Tuesday, Jan 17. For more than a century, Allen has marked another year gone by, but she's never taken one for granted.
'I had to do it to save everyone': Man breaks into school and shelters more than 20 people from blizzard
As a deadly and historic blizzard barreled through Erie County, New York, last weekend, some residents found themselves in a dire scenario -- stranded in howling snow with nowhere to go, their cars dwindling in gas supply with police unable to come to the rescue.
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Californians talk issues they hope Pres. Biden addresses in State of the Union
Ahead of Tuesday's State of the Union Address, Americans were hoping President Biden addresses the economy. In a recent CBS News survey, 67 percent of Americans say they want the speech to focus on the economy and inflation.
1 person found dead in Elverta house fire
A person was found dead inside a house that caught fire in Rio Linda Tuesday afternoon, Sacramento Metro Fire said.
Stockton police visit businesses impacted by deadly weekend shooting
Inside Stockton's Waterfront Warehouse, home to businesses from restaurants to the city's Chamber of Commerce, Stockton Police Chief Stanley McFadden walked business to business to connect after a deadly weekend shooting.
Community reacts to fire at Sam's Hof Brau
Firefighters say that when they arrived, the fire was spreading quickly through the building which connected to a Goodwill thrift store. The worst of the smoke damage is inside the Goodwill donation area, firefighters say. Fortunately, crews were able to access the roof of the restaurant and stop the fire from spreading, but the popular eatery that opened in 1959 sustained significant damage.